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Prime Minister's Office
PM to release 8th instalment of financial benefit under PM-KISAN on 14th May
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will release the 8th instalment of financial benefit under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi  scheme on 14th May at 11 AM via video conferencing. This will enable the transfer of more than Rs. 19,000 crores to more than 9.5 crores beneficiary farmer families. Prime Minister will also interact with farmer beneficiaries during the event. Union Agriculture Minister will also be present on the occasion.
About PM-KISAN
Under the PM-KISAN scheme, a financial benefit of Rs. 6000/- per year is provided to the eligible beneficiary farmer families, payable in three equal 4-monthly installments of Rs.2000/- each. The fund is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. In this scheme, Samman Rashi of over Rs. 1.15 lakh crores has been transferred to farmer families so far.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
UNFILLED VACANCIES FOR SC/ST/OBC
The Department of Personnel & Training monitors the progress in filling up of backlog reserved vacancies for SCs, STs and OBCs with ten Ministries/Departments, having more than 90% of the employees of Central Government. Ministry/Department-wise and category-wise data, as received from Ministries/Departments on backlog reserved vacancies, as on 01.01.2017 to 01.01.2020, is at Annexure.
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As on 31.12.2017
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As on 31.12.2018
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As on 31.12.2019
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OBC
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SC
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SC
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8223
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6955
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13535
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15090
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13040
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16078
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13560
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12679
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15591
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14366
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12612
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15088
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The Department of Personnel and Training issued instructions vide O.M. dated 16.12.2014, to all Ministries/Departments to constitute an in-house Committee for identification of backlog reserved vacancies, to study the root cause of such vacancies, to initiate measures to remove the factors causing such vacancies and to fill them up through Special Recruitment Drives.
This information was given by The Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri A.Narayanaswamy in the Loksabha in a written reply today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
Active Caseload further declines to 24,19,907
Active Cases decrease by 75,684 in last 24 hours
At 2.11 Lakh Cases, declining trend in new cases is maintained
2,46,33,951 total Recoveries across the country so far. 2,83,135patients recovered during last 24 hours.
Recoveries continue to outnumber the Daily New Cases for the 14th consecutive day
Recovery Rate increases to 90.01%
Weekly Positivity Rate currently at 10.93%
Daily positivity rate at 9.79%, less than 10% for 3 consecutive days.
20.27 Cr. Vaccine Doses administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
After the USA, India is the 2nd country to achieve the 20 cr Vaccination doses landmark
Testing capacity substantially ramped up- 21.57 lakh tests conducted in last 24 hours
Prime Minister's Office
PM attends Ashara Mubaraka – commemoration of martyrdom of Imam Husain  in Indore; addresses gathering
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed a huge gathering of Dawoodi Bohra community, at Ashara Mubaraka, the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husain , in Indore.
Remembering the sacrifices of Imam Husain, Prime Minister said that Imam always stood against injustice and attained martyrdom for upkeeping peace and justice. He added that the teachings of Imam are still relevant today. Appreciating the work done by Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, Prime Minister said that love and dedication towards the nation are the hallmarks of his teachings.
Prime Minister said that the culture of taking everyone along makes India different from all other countries. “We are proud of our past, we believe in our present and are confident of our bright future", he added.
Highlighting the contributions of the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that the community has always played a key role in India’s progress and growth story. He expressed hope that community will continue their great work of spreading the strength of India’s culture throughout the world.
Praising the Bohra community, PM Modi said that it is his good fortune to have received the affection of Bohra community. Remembering the assistance provided by the community during his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Modi said that the affection of the community brought him to Indore.
Applauding the various social initiatives carried out by the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that various efforts are taken by the government to ensure improved living standards for citizens, especially the poor and needy. In this context, he mentioned the various development oriented initiatives of the Government like Ayushman Bharat, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Pradhan Mantri Awaaz Yojana. He mentioned that these initiatives are changing the lives of ordinary people.
Prime Minister congratulated the people of Indore for taking the mission of Swacchh Bharat forward. He said that ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa' scheme will be launched tomorrow and urged the citizens to actively participate in this grand Swacchhta mission.
Talking about the honesty shown by the Bohra Community in business, Prime Minister said that the government encourages honest businessmen and workers through GST, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. He said that India economy is growing and reiterated that New India is on the horizon.
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan was also present on the occasion. Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, earlier praised the Prime Minister for his exemplary work and wished him success for his work for the country.
With an aim to improve nutritional choices and enhance dietary diversity of India, the NITI Aayog, in collaboration with National Centre of Excellence and Advanced Research on Diets , UNICEF India and Lady Irwin College, organised a National Workshop on “Promoting Healthy Diets Through Local Food Systems” in New Delhi today.
The inaugural session of the workshop was addressed by Amitabh Kant, CEO, NITI Aayog, Rakesh Srivastava, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR, Dr. Yasmin Ali Haque, UNICEF Representative in India and Dr Anupa Sidhu, Director, Lady Irwin College and Chairperson, NCEAR-D.
An exhibition of more than 250 best practices, innovations and local food products developed by various agriculture and food technology institutions was another attraction.
Envisaging a convergence between the Aspirational Districts programme and POSHAN Abhiyaan, the workshop seeks to design institutional collaborations between academia and
State Governments across these districts.
Under the aegis of POSHAN Abhiyaan, promoting consumption and household/community production of locally available nutritionally rich food resources has been a priority concern. The academic institutions will serve as resource centres and Nutrition Support Units to the Districts and State administration for technical, training, concurrent monitoring support to achieve the goals of POSHAN Abhiyaan.
The workshop saw the participation of State Governments, UN agencies such as UNICEF and FAO, and development partners operating at the district level. It also included over 40 academic institutions  from across 16 states, apart from eminent academics and experts who shared implementation strategies and innovative success stories.
The Aspirational Districts Dietary fact sheets were released during the Workshop which will help both academicians and policy makers in examining the gaps in the daily diets of children and mothers of reproductive age group in terms of recommended dietary intake. The analysis will help the academic institutions to make an Action Plan to fill this gap, which will also be shared with District administration for collaboration and implementation purpose.
The POSHAN  Abhiyaan is aimed to ensure attainment of malnutrition free India by 2022. The programme targets reduction of under-nutrition, anemia and low birth weight by ensuring convergence of evidence-based nutrition interventions and by creating a mass movement  for food nutrition in India. One of the key nutrition interventions to meet these targets is to improve the quality of daily diets by making them nutritionally rich and locally sustainable.
The workshop provided a platform to reach a common understanding of diet diversity problems in Aspirational Districts across India and learn from national and international examples where nutrition academia and state governments have collaborated. Academic institutions were also encouraged to frame scientific methodologies and prepare achievable action plans with clearly defined indicators.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari hails the first budget in Amrit Kaal as envisioning a prosperous and inclusive India in which the fruits of development will reach all sections and citizens, especially youth, women, farmers, OBCs, SCs, and STs
Shri Gadkari says driving the nation to AatmaNirbharta, this budget will equip India with new-age infrastructure, decline imports and strengthen our energy sector with a futuristic approach
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari has said under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi this first budget in Amrit Kaal presented by Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman is envisioning a prosperous and inclusive India in which the fruits of development will reach all sections and citizens, especially our youth, women, farmers, OBCs, SCs, and STs. He said driving the nation to AatmaNirbharta, this budget will equip India with new-age infrastructure, decline imports and strengthen our energy sector with a futuristic approach.
Shri Gadkari said Inclusive Development, Reaching the Last Mile, Infrastructure and Investment, Unleashing the Potential, Green Growth, Youth Power, and Finance Sector; this budget adopts the above 7 priorities which complement each other and act as a Sapt Rishi. He said 'Janbhagidari' through 'sabka saath, sabka prayaas' is essential; our vision for the Amrit Kaal includes a tech-driven & knowledge-based economy, with strong public finances and a robust financial sector.
Shri Gadkari said the government's efforts since 2014 have ensured a better quality of life for all citizens. The per capita income has doubled to 1.97 Lakh rupees and the Indian economy has moved to become 5th largest from 10th in the last 9 years.
The Minister said digital Public Infrastructure for Agriculture will be built as open source, open standard, inter-operable public goods which will enable inclusive farmer-centric solutions, and support for agri-industry as well as start-ups.
Shri Gadkari said he would like to thank FM Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for proposing Rs 20,700 Crore investment in the renewable energy sector, Rs 19, 700 Crore for National Green Hydrogen Mission, and enforcing provisions for Vehicle Scrappage Policy for a sustainable and energy-efficient future.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Government is Encouraging Setting up of Ethanol Plants
The entrepreneurs/project proponents are free to set up ethanol plants in any part of the country without seeking any formal approval from the Government of India. However, various statutory clearances from States/ Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change /State Pollution Control Boards , etc. are required to be obtained during the course of setting up of the ethanol plant. Besides, DFPD is implementing scheme for extending interest subvention @ 6% p.a. or 50% of the interest charged by the banks whichever is lower, for 5 years including 1 year moratorium period.
The Central Government does not set up ethanol plants on its own in any part of the country. Central Government is however encouraging setting up of Ethanol Plants.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Rameswar Teli in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says, “Purple Revolution” is Jammu & Kashmir’s contribution to "Start-ups India", an initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016
Country celebrates the first National Start-up day today
Aroma/lavender cultivation has become a popular option in farming for agricultural Start-up in J&K: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State  Science & Technology, Minister of State Independent Charge) Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said here today that “Purple Revolution” is Jammu & Kashmir’s contribution to "Start-ups India", an initiative that was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016 and today we are observing the first National Start-up Day.
Briefing about the Aroma Mission launched by the Union Ministry of Science & Technology through the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research , which has led to the well-known “Purple Revolution” in India , the Minister informed that the CSIR had, to begin with introduced high-value essential oil bearing lavender crop through its Jammu based laboratory, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicines  for cultivation in districts Doda, Kishtwar, Rajouri and later also in the other districts including Ramban, Pulwama, etc. In a brief span of time, aroma/lavender cultivation has become a popular option in farming for agricultural Start-up, he said.
Sharing a lesser known fact, Dr Jitendra Singh disclosed that a youth called Bharat Bhushan hailing from remote village Khillani in district Doda has become a role model success story. Bhushan started lavender cultivation in just about 0.1 hectare of land with the support of CSIR-IIIM but as profits started showing, he converted a larger area of maize plantation around his house also into lavender plantation. Today, he has 20 others working on his lavender fields and Nursery while around 500 farmers from his district have also followed him by switching over from maize to perennial flowering lavender plant, he said.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, unfortunately it was never reported in the local media that IIIM Jammu was helping the Start-ups in aroma and lavender farming to sell their produce. Prominent companies like Mumbai based Ajmal Biotech Private Limited, Aditi International and NavnaitriGamika, etc., are the primary buyers.
In commemoration of AzadikaAmritMahotsav, Dr Jitendra Singh announced that CSIR has launched Phase-II of Aroma Mission after the completion of Phase-I. In addition to IIIM, CSIR-IHBT, CSIR-CIMAP, CSIR-NBRI and CSIR-NEIST are also now participating in the Aroma Mission,
Pertinent to mention that Aroma Mission is attracting Start-ups and agriculturists from across the country, and during Phase-I CSIR helped cultivation on 6000 hectares of land and covered 46 Aspirational districts across the country. More than 44,000 persons have been trained and several crores of farmers' revenue generated. In the second Phase of Aroma Mission, it is proposed to engage over 45,000 skilled human resources with the aim of benefitting more than 75,000 farming families across the country.
PIB Headquarters
CAG Submits finance accounts and appropriation accounts
Under the Comptroller and Auditor General’s  Act, 1971, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India prepares the finance accounts of the government of tamil Nadu showing that year’s receipts and disbursements for the state annually. Along with this, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India also compiles the appropriation accounts for the state government showing the excess or saving under each grant or appropriation as passed by the legislature. Both these accounts duly signed by Comptroller and Auditor General of India for the year 2017-18 were forwarded to the state government for being laid before the state legislature. Another publication ‘Accounts at a Glance’ reflecting the concised version of these accounts also prepared by the accountant general, is also sent to state government for circulation among the state legislators and senior officers of the state government.
Department of Space
Commercialising R&D of ISRO
A new company by name, “NewSpace India Limited ”, has been incorporated on 06th March 2019, as a wholly owned Government of India Undertaking / Central Public Sector Enterprise , under the administrative control of Department of Space  to commercially exploit the research and development work of Indian Space Research Organisation  Centres and constituent units of DOS.
The business activities of NSIL are mainly driven towards enabling Indian industries to productionise space systems through technology transfer mechanisms and to exploit the commercial opportunities emanating from the Indian space programme.
NSIL has commenced its commercial business operations since its incorporation.
This information was provided by the Union Minister of State  Development of North-Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah said that the Modi government is continuously working for the interests of farmers of the country
Today, the Modi government took another major decision and approved an assistance of ₹ 3,500 crore for sugarcane farmers
Shri Amit Shah express heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this decision which will benefit five crore sugarcane farmers
The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah said that the Modi government is continuously working for the interests of farmers of the country. In a tweet he said the Modi government took another major decision and approved an assistance of Rs. 3,500 crore for sugarcane farmers.
Shri Amit Shah expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this decision which will benefit five crore sugarcane farmers, their families and five lakh workers associated with this sector.
Shri Amit Shah further said that this assistance will be directly deposited in the accounts of farmers.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today approved assistance of about Rs. 3,500 crore for sugarcane farmers .
Currently, there are close to five crore sugarcane farmers  and their dependents in India. In addition to this, there are about five lakh workers employed in sugar mills and ancillary activities; and their livelihood depends on the sugar industry.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Russian Minister of Industry and Trade calls on Shipping Minister Sonowal
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, Waterways and Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal has expressed hope that India and Russia can collaborate for benefit in the fields of civilian shipbuilding and inland waterways. He said, both the countries are looking at new areas of cooperation to further the bilateral relations.
In a tweet message, after receiving the Russian Federation Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Mr Oleg Ryazantsev at his office in New Delhi, the Minister said that the two sides discussed Russian participation in civilian shipbuilding and inland waterways and also the interest of Indian companies in the Russian Far East in energy, transportation and logistic sectors. He added that they also talked about training of Indian Seafarers for operations in the Arctic region.
President's Secretariat
President’s greetings on the eve of Parsi New Year
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind has sent his greetings to all fellow citizens on the eve of Parsi New Year.
In a message, the President has said “On the auspicious occasion of Parsi New Year, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all the fellow citizens, especially our Parsi brothers and sisters.
The contribution of Parsi community in social and national life is incomparable. Their way of life, work style and unwavering devotion towards the preservation of their culture evokes a feeling of appreciation among the countrymen towards the Parsi community. This annual festival celebrated by the Parsi society is an occasion of joy and enthusiasm for them and for all of us.
May this festival of Parsi New Year bring unity, prosperity and happiness in everyone’s life and further strengthen the spirit of mutual harmony and fraternity among the citizens”.
Click here to see President's message in Hindi
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shipping Minister Shri Sarbanand Sonowal launches ‘MyPortApp’ for digital monitoring of port operations
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbanand Sonowal launched a port mobile application called MyPortApp in Kolkata today. The App includes all port details digitally and monitor operations virtually. Targeted towards Port Users for availing various Port services, the App is aimed to promote transparency and easy access of port related information. The app also has various information like Vessel Berthing, Rake & Indent, Rake Receipt, Container Status, Tariff, Bills, Port Holidays, etc. and can be accessed anywhere 24x7 and reach out directly to port. The Minister is on a 2-day visit to West Bengal where he inaugurated, launched and dedicated to Nation several projects worth Rs 352 crore.
Shri Sonowal also inaugurated a 1 Mega Watt solar plant in Haldia port to produce renewable energy for port operations. With guaranteed power generation of 14 lakh KWH per year, the project will lead to self utilization and will reduce its carbon footprint to fulfil commitment towards the National Solar Mission. This will also result in reduction of unit rate of electricity generated and help cost savings of Rs 70 lakh per year.
The Haldia Dock Complex of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port has also undertaken augmentation and development of GC Berth road to improve port operations. With a cost of Rs 29 crore over a length of 1.6 kms, the project aims to establish connectivity for traffic movement in western side of the dock. This will also lead to evacuation efficiency due to widening of the road and reduction in accidents due to unidirectional flow of traffic.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to hold three bilateral meetings with Mauritius PM, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and US President at his residence in New Delhi
In a X post, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has informed that he will be having three bilateral meetings with Mauritius PM, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, Bangladesh PM, Sheikh Hasina and US President, Joe Biden at his residence in New Delhi today evening.
Shri Modi also said that these meetings will give an opportunity to review India's bilateral ties with these nations and further strengthen developmental cooperation.
The Prime Minister posted on X;
“This evening, I look forward to three bilateral meetings at my residence. I will be meeting Mauritius PM @KumarJugnauth, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and @POTUS @JoeBiden. The meetings will give an opportunity to review India's bilateral ties with these nations and further strengthen developmental cooperation.”
Ministry of Women and Child Development
MoS, Ministry of WCD Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai visits Anganwadi Centers in Durbuk, Leh
Attends the Poshan Mela organized by Anganwadi Centers on the occasion of Poshan Maah
Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai, Minister of State for Ministry of Women and Child Development, today visited Anganwadi Centers  of Maan and Spangmik during his tour to Durbuk block, Leh. The Minister also attended the Poshan Mela organized by these Anganwadi Centers on the occasion of Poshan Maah.
During his visit, the Minister interacted with the Anganwadi Workers, Helpers and the Anganwadi children. During interaction, the Minister appreciated various activities conducted by the children of the Anganwadi Centers on the occasion.
Child Development Project Officer , ICDS Leh briefed the Minister about various activities being conducted at different Anganwadi centers during Poshan Maah and about supplementary nutrition served at the AWCs.
CDPO Leh also informed about the Management of Acute Malnutrition  and anemia status among the Anganwadi children.